Murrelet State Wilderness

A relatively unknown location, Fern Canyon is exactly what it sounds like. Wall to wall ferns make this short hike feel truly prehistoric. #ADVENTURE

Fern Canyon is in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park in Humboldt County, California. The trail through the canyon is a short, easy walk with several stream crossings. During peak season, boards are conveniently placed across the stream.

Ferns found here include California polypody, deer fern, licorice fern, and western sword fern. The fern most abundantly draping the walls of the canyon are western maidenhair ferns.

Fern Canyon is in Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park in Humboldt County, California.

The trail through the canyon is short and flat with planks conveniently placed across the stream during peak season. The trail loops up stairs to follow the canyon from above, as shown in the photo. Accessing the nearest parking lot requires your vehicle to cross a stream.
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Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park

You can take time to visit Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park during your travels to Orick. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Gold Bluffs Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Gold Bluffs Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Orick. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Big Tree Wayside

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Prairie Creek Visitor Center

Browse exhibits about the Redwood National and State Parks, join ranger-led programs and follow trails through spectacular scenery.

Lady Bird Johnson Grove

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Morning light on Sitka Spruce. Taken from Ryan’s Cove campground on Stone Lagoon on the Northern California Coast.

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